Short summaries of two articles

The most common and increasing causes of death worldwide are cardiovascular diseases (CVD). ……

The article is a comprehensive, meticulous analysis of the literature in this area, taking into account the most recent studies currently available.

The ketogenic diet has been shown to have a multifaceted effect on the prevention and treatment of CVD.

Among other aspects, it has a beneficial effect on the blood lipid profile, even compared to other diets.

It shows strong anti-inflammatory and cardioprotective potential, which is due, among other factors, to the anti-inflammatory properties of the state of ketosis, the elimination of simple sugars, the restriction of total carbohydrates and the supply of omega-3 fatty acids.

In addition, ketone bodies provide “rescue fuel” for the diseased heart by affecting its metabolism. They also have a beneficial effect on the function of the vascular endothelium, including improving its function and inhibiting premature ageing.

The ketogenic diet has a beneficial effect on blood pressure and other CVD risk factors through, among other aspects, weight loss.

The evidence cited is often superior to that for standard diets, making it likely that the ketogenic diet shows advantages over other dietary models in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular diseases.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37571305

Ketogenic Diet Prevents Brain Aging

“Importantly, we find that administering ketones, which can fuel neurons while bypassing insulin resistance, reverses brain aging effects. However, this intervention is only effective when provided early enough for neurons to remain viable. “
“Consistent with these results, an interventional study of 101 participants shows that ketones exhibit robust effects in restabilizing brain networks, maximized from ages 40 to 60, suggesting a midlife “critical window” for early metabolic intervention.”

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11912423/